
Cheap Homes for Rent in Columbus, KY from $800 (16 Rentals)
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1129 KY-849

903 Ranney Ave

811 S Sprigg St

1401 Jefferson St
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708 Warren St

416 1st St E

213 Lee St

220 E Gladys St

918 Linden St
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328 W Main St

1102 South West End Boulevard

1011 Jones St

1252 Pleasant Valley Rd

808 S Sprigg St
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306 George St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,293 | $298 | $2,500 |
| Columbus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,688 | $1,000 | $2,400 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,258 | $975 | $1,600 |
| Columbus 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Columbus 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Columbus, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at Capri priced from $595. Royal Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capri | Copper | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Royal Ridge | Royal Ridge-0-1-408 | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Bee Creek Crossing (Senior Apartments 55+) | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Chapel Ridge Martin | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $659 |
| The District at Cape | Dempster | 1BR,1BA | $663 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, KY and Nearby
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 Bedroom | 2 Bath Model at The Lory of Greenway Village in the starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Brooke Village starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lory of Greenway Village | 2 Bedroom | 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Brooke Village | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Milan Luxury Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| PARK VILLAGE OF PARIS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Cape Trails | 2Bd. 2Bt. (975sqft) | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| Hawks Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| The District at Cape | Grauel | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Bee Creek Crossing (Senior Apartments 55+) | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Chapel Ridge Martin | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus?
There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Columbus, KY with pricing that ranges from $595 to $3,600. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus ranging from $298 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbus?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbus ranges from $298 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,494.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Columbus?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Columbus range from $1,000 to $2,495, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,195.
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